Distillation column: selection basics and optimal use in moonshine production

Distillation columns are the main equipment in moonshine production. They distill the mash and separate the components to produce pure moonshine. Let's consider the basics of choosing a distillation column, how to use it optimally to get a quality product.

Basics of choosing a distillation column

The type of raw materials affects the choice of the optimal distillation column in moonshine production. Products for alcohol production have different characteristics and requirements for the distillation process.

What parameters of raw materials affect the choice of a distillation column:

• What level of purification is needed. If the raw material contains more impurities or other components that need to be separated during distillation, a more efficient and powerful column with multiple rectification elements may be required. The desired product quality can then be achieved. For a milder flavor and aroma product, a simpler column design may be suitable.
• Boiling point of the components. Water can be separated from alcohol at relatively low temperatures. A more complex and efficient distillation column is needed to separate lighter fractions such as methanol or acetone.
• Production volume. If a large volume of product is required, a more efficient column may be needed that can process more feedstock in a short period of time.

Optimal use of a distillery column

To make moonshine production in a distillery column gives a high-quality product, take into account such factors:

• Choosing the right type of column, which optimally meets the requirements of production. This creates the right conditions for distillation and high quality moonshine.
• Adjusting the operating parameters of the distillation column. Before each process it is necessary to adjust the parameters of the column according to the characteristics of the raw material. It is necessary to adjust the temperature, mixture flow and other characteristics.
• Process monitoring. During the operation of the distillation column regularly monitor its operation and distillation progress in order to notice possible problems or deviations from the set parameters and adjust them.
• Checking the quality of the product. After completion of distillation it is necessary to analyze the obtained moonshine for compliance with the desired characteristics.
• Maintenance and care of the equipment. Regular cleaning of the distillation column is also important for it to work effectively. This is cleaning from deposits, replacing worn parts and setting the correct operation of all assemblies and mechanisms. It is better to choose a distillery column, which is as convenient as possible to care for, unwinding parts for cleaning.

If you choose the right type of distillery column, suitable for the type of alcoholic beverage, raw materials for its manufacture, the product will be of high quality. It is also important to correctly observe the technology for processing certain products on such equipment.